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Recalled Snail Push Toy
The screw securing the toy handle to the push toy could detach, posing a choking hazard.
About 900
Consumers can call toll-free at (800) 804-5419 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., ET Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Babies "R" Us of Wayne, NJ., is voluntarily recalling Snail Push Toys. The screw securing the toy handle to the push toy could detach, posing a choking hazard.
Name of product: Snail Push Toys
Units: About 900
Distributor: Babies "R" Us of Wayne, NJ.
Hazard: The screw securing the toy handle to the push toy could detach, posing a choking hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The brightly colored push toy is made of wood. The snail has moveable parts painted purple, green, yellow, or orange. The wheels have three colored balls (yellow, green and red) attached with string. The handle has a red ball on the end. The yellow and blue tag attached to the toy at point of sale states "Imaginarium Baby" and recommended for ages 1-3.
Sold at: Sold only at Babies "R" Us stores from July 2003 through November 2003 for about $8.00 each.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the push toy away from small children immediately and return it to Babies "R" Us for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Consumers can call toll-free at (800) 804-5419 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., ET Monday through Friday or visit the website at www.toysrusinc.com/productrecall.
Consumers should take the push toy away from small children immediately and return it to Babies "R" Us for a full refund.
None reported.
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